Victorian Alps Adventure

It is a four and a half hour drive to Mount Buffalo National Park where we begin our first hike so we'll break up the  journey by stopping in one of the smaller towns along the way where you will have the option to purchase yourself a  coffee.  

As we arrive into Mount Buffalo National Park we’ll enjoy our lunch at Lake Catani camping & visitors area before heading out to explore The Chalwell Galleries.  

The galleries are a jumble of large granite rocks forming impressive passages. Some sections are tight to squeeze through, and do expect some rock scrambling through the granite outcrop. Enjoy magnificent views over the Buck land Valley and outwards towards Mt Bogong.  

By early evening we settle into our accommodation with time to relax and unwind before heading out to dinner in the township of Bright.  

Accommodation: Big 4 Bright resort or similar

Meals: L,D

Trekking distance: 3.5 km (approx. 2 hours walking, easy grade) 

The day could see you scrambling through the granite boulders to soak in amazing views across the Buffalo plateau or following the trails taken by the Aboriginal people of the region through tall forests and granite  slopes where they seek to find the Bogong moths.  

In the late afternoon we will head back to our accommodation for a hearty and delicious two-course meal prepared by your guides.  

Accommodation: Big 4 Bright resort or similar

Meals: B,L,D

Trekking distance: (12 — 15 kilometres walking, approx 6 hours, moderate grade) 

Our trailhead is at the south end of the breathtaking Razorback, a ridgeline connecting two of Victoria's highest  peaks – Mt Feathertop and Mt Hotham. It is a rocky and very exposed trail in parts and caution is required, particularly in windy conditions. The climb to the summit of  Mt Feathertop (1922m) shows off incredible views.  

As we descend down the mountain into Harrietville you’ll pass through camping areas dispersed amongst  the snow gums and into the forest, before finishing the  trail with a huge sense of achievement.  

Head back to your accommodation to freshen up, before enjoying a meal out in the local town to celebrate. 

Accommodation: Big 4 Bright resort or similar

Meals: B,L

Trekking distance: (22 kilometres walking, approx 9 hrs, hard grade)

Today we will be exploring the sub alpine plains and tall  Alpine Ash Forest. As we reach the summit, enjoy spectacular views of the Mt Buffalo Plateau.  

This afternoon, with smiles on our faces and many stories  to share, we’ll head back to Melbourne. We will arrive back  in Melbourne to the National Gallery of Victoria around  5:30pm. 

Meals: B,L

Trekking distance: (7 kilometres walking, approx 3hour, easy grade)